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This week Michelle Fern hosts another Mewsroom featuring topics about Covid-19, plus tips and tricks for keeping your cats happy and healthy!

It was love at first sight when Santa Monica resident Scott Perry met OLIVIA LE CHAT at Best Friends Animal Society in July 2015. Fast forward to 2020, and after five years together (and 2+ months in self-isolation), Perry decided to take the relationship to the next level by proposing to Olivia one morning on the front porch, where she likes sun. And to his surprise, Olivia said, “Meow!” which Perry took as a “Yes!” Tune in as Michelle Fern asks Scott all the questions you want to know!!

How much do you know about Kittens, Cats in the Wild, & Cats at Home? Michelle Fern invites back Harris Baker from Catfluence.com to talk kitty trivia! Tune in to see how much you really know about our furry feline friends!

During this time of self quarantine and social distancing, Michelle Fern chats with the world's most in demand cat behaviorist, founding owner of Clubhouse Cattitude, JFCATS.com, and author Rita Reimers to share her clever and practical solutions on how cat owners, kids, and families can happily ride out the days together with their feline companions, and why now is the perfect time to adopt or foster a furry new friend.

You loved your cat. You know one thing about your fur kids... they don't live as long as we would like them to. But did you know that you can actually clone your cat? Have your cat for another lifetime? You can, and we're going to talk to Rodi Dwork, who actually cloned her cat, Mr. Chips and was delighted to receive not one, but two cloned kittens! Tune in to hear her story.

You loved your cat. You know one thing about your fur kids... they don't live as long as we would like them to. But did you know that you can actually clone your cat? Have your cat for another lifetime? You can, and we're going to talk to Melain Rodriguez, client service manager for Viagen Pets about how you can clone your cat!

Are your cats at risk? Can they get the Coronavirus or spread it? Viruses are usually unique to each species and it is unusual for a virus to jump between species. It's very unlikely that household pets like dogs or cats will transmit this Coronavirus to people and there is no evidence at this point that dogs or cats will become ill from this disease,” said Dr. Dana Varble, NAVC Chief Veterinary Officer. “There is no cause for alarm, but it is smart to skip the face kisses for now and wash your hands and face regularly after being with pets. Always include your pets in your emergency preparedness plans. Michelle Fern talks to Dr. Varble about how this virus can or cannot affect your cat and what you can do to keep your kitties safe.

Grab your feline friends, pour yourself a Cat-bernet Sauvignon and get ready to chat cats with the Two Crazy Cat Ladies! Michelle Fern welcomes Jae and Adrienne, the Two Crazy Cat Ladies! You've seen them on YouTube, Instagram, Tik Tok and other social platforms. Listen in as they discuss everything cat!

This week Michelle Fern chats with Justin Donner, author of Ninja Cat: Whiskers of Choice. For children to understand and remember important life lessons, the delivery of the message needs to entertain them. Justin Donner does a great job of tackling tough topics like bullying, stress, emotions, finances, socioeconomic differences and more in his new children’s book, Ninja Cat: Whiskers of Choice. Kid-friendly dialogue, cute black and white illustrations that kids can color, and warm and wise characters in funny scenarios all come together to help make learning important life lessons so much more enjoyable for children.

Everyone wants to adopt a new kitty, but have you considered the cost? Is adopting two more economical than just having one? Sure there are the usual things you think of... food, litter and treats, but what about the hidden costs you haven't even thought of? Michelle Fern takes you through all of the costs to consider when getting a new cat!

Are you a cat feeder breeder? Feeding stray cats is commendable but if you don't take that extra step to have them spayed and neutered you are setting them up for disaster. This week Michelle Fern welcomes Harris Baker, owner of Catfluence.com to discuss this controversial topic.

Emotional support pets can help support depression, Alzheimer’s, autism, anxiety and other mental health issues. Interacting with a cat that is purring can help lower blood pressure. While there is controversy in the world today about the benefits of emotional support animal, there is scientific research showing the benefits to the people who have them. Michelle Fern chats with Heather Gibson, owner of Elevated Cattery, which breeds emotional support Tonkinese and Balinese cats.

Church & Dwight Co., Inc., the maker of ARM & HAMMER Cat Litter has launched “Feline Generous,” an online platform that easily connects people to a network of local cat shelters across the country to help increase adoption and generate product and monetary donations, including access to shelter-specific Amazon Wish Lists. Michelle Fern welcomes Regina Magi, the assistant brand manager for Arm & Hammer Petcare to talk about this platform that was created to inspire cat lovers to celebrate the joy that comes from adopting a cat by giving back to local shelters that make cat adoption possible in return.

Michelle Fern welcomes back Shawn Simons, founder and former headmistress of Kitty Bungalow Charm School for Wayward Cats to talk about her exciting new organization in Albania, Shatervan Idesh, which means "Idea Fountain". It is hard for a country that can barely take care of its people to look to take care of the animals. But they believe a country cannot mature without getting in step with animal welfare. Shatervan Idesh will create access to free sterilization for the stray animals, as well as filling some bellies and finding some homes.

Michelle Fern chats cats with New York Times best-selling author, Gwen Cooper about her latest book, My Life in a Cat House. Sure to be treasured by cat lovers everywhere, My Life in a Cat House is the latest installment of engaging stories featuring the ongoing adventures of Gwen’s much-beloved, world-famous fur family. Ideal for new readers and longtime fans alike, this collection of eight purr-fect cat stories is filled with all the humor and heart Gwen’s devoted readership has come to know and love.